Training and Development Specialists Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $58,740 -10.8% vs national
Median hourly $28.24
10th percentile $41,440
90th percentile $92,340
Employed locally 190
National median $65,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,440
    25th
    $48,000
    50th (median)
    $58,740
    75th
    $75,440
    90th
    $92,340

    Top-paying metros for Training and Development Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Casper, WY $99,350
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $97,530
    Eastern Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $94,260
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $92,710
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $92,390
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $90,400

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $64,080
    Human Resources Specialists $62,080
    Project Management Specialists $81,040
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $60,880
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $55,140
    Compliance Officers $63,710

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Training and Development Specialists make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Training and Development Specialists in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $28.24, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.16 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Training and Development Specialists salaries?

    The median Training and Development Specialists salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 10.8% below the national median of $65,850. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Training and Development Specialists in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Training and Development Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $41,440 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,000.